Sime Insufficient Heating / Underfiring

Water heater lights but hot water is only lukewarm, never reaching the set temperature.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Low gas inlet pressure, Partially blocked burner injectors, Faulty gas valve modulation, Scaled heat exchanger reducing heat transfer

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Gas adjustments must be done by licensed personnel. You may perform only basic cleaning.

Steps:

  • Check temperature setting: Ensure the Sime control panel is set to an adequate DHW temperature (e.g., 50–60°C).
  • Verify flow rate: Excessive flow can cause lukewarm water. Partially close the hot tap to reduce flow and see if temperature increases.
  • Clean burner: With power and gas off, remove the burner cover and gently clean burner ports with a soft brush and vacuum.
  • Consider descaling: If the unit is older and in a hard water area, arrange for professional descaling of the primary heat exchanger.

Professional help: If temperature remains low, a Sime technician should check gas pressures, valve modulation, and combustion.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Primary Heat Exchanger
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